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The CVMA’s 2026 Large Animal Medicine Seminar will be held at the Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite. This stunning mountain resort is located in Fish Camp near Yosemite National Park’s South Gate entrance. Start your days by earning CE in morning sessions and then spend your afternoons hiking, relaxing in the spa, exploring Mariposa Grove’s giant sequoias and enjoying the wonders of Yosemite National Park. The 2026 Large Animal Medicine Seminar is an in-person-only event.
Veterinarians, RVTs, and CVMA CVAs can earn 12 CE units. Attendees will have the opportunity to deepen their expertise across a range of large animal topics, connect and network with colleagues from around the country, and participate in a town hall–style discussion addressing current challenges and trends in the field. More information about speakers and topics is coming soon!
Dr. Nick Huggons earned his DVM degree from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan in Canada. He went on to complete an equine specialty internship at San Luis Rey Equine Hospital (SLREH), followed by an intense, three-year equine surgical residency at the UC Davis. Dr. Huggons is board-certified and obtained Diplomate status under the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. He has significantly contributed to the advancement of equine cervical spine disease treatment and has continued to perform wobbler surgery services after taking on an ownership role at SLREH. His hospital became the second globally to offer full cervical spine imaging for live equine patients, a practice now standard at major referral hospitals.
Dr. Sarah Depenbrock is an associate professor of clinical livestock medicine and surgery at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. Her primary areas of research interest are respiratory disease in calves, as well as drug use and associated residues or antimicrobial resistance in livestock species. Dr. Depenbrock completed her DVM degree at UC Davis, and her residency in livestock medicine and surgery as well as her master’s degree in veterinary clinical sciences at the Ohio State University.
Dr. Liz Cox, a California native and 2009 UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine graduate, leads the Animal Care Program for the California Department of Food and Agriculture, combining her passions for animal welfare and sustainable agriculture. Her career spans private dairy practice, roles with Merck and Land O’Lakes, and extensive professional leadership. She currently chairs the United States Animal Health Association’s Animal Welfare Committee and founded Calf Milk Calculator in 2025.
Dr. Grant Miller serves as the Director of Regulatory Affairs for the California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), where he assists California veterinary professionals with compliance issues and regulatory matters involving various local, state, and federal agencies. In addition, Dr. Miller heads the California Veterinary Medical Reserve Corps, a volunteer organization devoted to assisting animals with sheltering and veterinary care during disasters and emergencies.
Dr. Grace VanHoy is a clinical assistant professor in the livestock medicine and surgery service at UC Davis. She received her DVM degree from Ohio State University, after which she completed an internship and residency in farm animal medicine and surgery while completing a master’s degree with an emphasis in veterinary parasitology. She is a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine.
Dr. K. Gary Magdesian the Roberta A. and Carla Henry Endowed Chair in emergency medicine and critical care at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. He serves as chief of equine neonatology and critical care in the William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital in Davis, California. He earned his DVM degree at UC Davis, completed a rotating internship at Texas A&M University, and returned to UC Davis for his residencies. His clinical and research expertise encompasses equine internal medicine, critical care, neonatology, and pharmacology.
April 10-12, 2026
Early registration from November 17, 2025 to February 10, 2026
| CVMA Members | Non-Members |
|---|---|
| Veterinarians $375 RVT/Veterinary Staff $235 Students $120 | Veterinarians $490 RVT/Veterinary Staff $280 Students $165 |
| CVMA Members | Non-Members |
|---|---|
| Veterinarians $425 RVT/Veterinary Staff $285 Students $170 | Veterinarians $540 RVT/Veterinary Staff $330 Students $215 |
On-site registration will be available the morning of the event for in-person attendees only. A $50 surcharge will apply.
A printed syllabus can be purchased for $15.
CVMA members receive a discount on registration fees. If you are not a member, join now to take advantage of this and many other member benefits.
Questions? Contact the CVMA at 916.649.0599 or via email at staff@cvma.net.
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